District Operations Leader — P&L, Safety & People

WM; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Stock purchase plan

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM is seeking a District Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at a large site in California. You will guide Route Managers, monitor performance metrics, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves leadership of staff, coaching, and making personnel decisions to meet short- and long-term goals. Responsibilities include monitoring district operations, improving processes, partnering with local agencies, and ensuring WM standards are met.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (accredited) or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• Valid Driver's License.
• 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience managing Union employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day district operations and supports Route Managers in delivering quality performance.
• Monitors operating metrics, diagnoses processes, and drives improvements in efficiency and cost.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards.
• Conducts root cause investigations for injuries/incidents and follows up with corrective action.
• Manages staffing, coaching, discipline, and performance evaluations; influences promotions and pay decisions.
• Collaborates with District leadership to set short- and long-term goals and budgets.
• Engages with local agencies to renew contracts, improve service, and strengthen WM's community presence.

Education

Associate's Degree (accredited)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WM is seeking a District Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at a large site in California. You will guide Route Managers, monitor performance metrics, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role involves leadership of staff, coaching, and making personnel decisions to meet short- and long-term goals. Responsibilities include monitoring district operations, improving processes, partnering with local agencies, and ensuring WM standards are met.